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London Council Proposes 90 Pound Rent Hike

Westminster City Council in London proposes a significant rent increase for council-owned homes, aligning with current Local Housing Allowance rates. The hike, set to begin in February 2026, aims to stabilize the temporary accommodation budget, projected to overspend by £12.5 million this year. Over 90% of affected households will have their rent covered by Housing Benefit, while tailored support packages will be offered to the rest. The council also established a Rent Support Fund for welfare advice and cost-of-living assistance.

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